Reform yourself, or be reformed."
Reform yourself, or be reformed." It is indeed wretched to dwell here..." Rulers must prioritize issues concerning the welfare of the people. They should not turn a blind eye to the problems unfolding in the country. Only rulers who hold the people's well-being above their own interests can truly bring happiness to the populace. But are all rulers like that? The answer is no. Does that mean we simply let it be? We are here to ask questions, after all. "Reform yourself, or be reformed." says a poet. Who is this poet? You are eager to know, aren't you? Come, let us find out. Poets of that era often cared more for the people than the king did. Their aim was not merely to sing the king's praises and receive rewards. They considered it their duty to admonish the king when he erred and to guide him onto the right path. Just like the friendship between Adhiyaman and Avvai, there was a s...